TP-LINK Archer GE800 Quick Installation Guide

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Quick Installation Guide

TP-LINK Archer GE800 is a powerful Wi-Fi 7 tri-band gaming router designed to deliver the ultimate gaming experience. With its advanced features, you can enjoy strong, stable, and seamless wireless connections throughout your home, making it ideal for online gaming, streaming, and other bandwidth-intensive activities.

TP-LINK Archer GE800 is a powerful Wi-Fi 7 tri-band gaming router designed to deliver the ultimate gaming experience. With its advanced features, you can enjoy strong, stable, and seamless wireless connections throughout your home, making it ideal for online gaming, streaming, and other bandwidth-intensive activities.

TP-Link HomeShield premium security services keep your home network safe with cutting-edge features.
Tap the HomeShield tab to enjoy.
TP-Link HomeShield
For more details, visit https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield.
With the USB port, it’s easy to share files and media with multiple devices.
Visit https://www.tp-link.com/app/usb to learn more about the USB applications.
Local Storage Sharing: Share files from the USB drive with devices on your home network
Media Server: Play media from the USB drive on your computer and smart devices
Remote Access: Access the USB drive when you are away from home
USB Applications
Quality of Service (QoS)
Prioritize your bandwidth needs
for a better networking
experience.
Parental Controls
Manage online time and block
inappropriate content to maintain
healthy online habits.
Network Protection
Detects cyber threats to keep
your privacy and connected
devices well protected.
Comprehensive Reports
Gain full statistics and insight to
help you understand your home
network better.
EasyMesh-Compatible
You can experience strong, stable, and seamless wireless connections throughout your home with
EasyMesh.
Flexible Scalability
Flexibly scale your home networking with different vendors*, different topologies, different Protocols and
different product categories.
One-Click Settings
Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the main router and the satellite device, then the EasyMesh
network is all set up. TP-Link routers in factory settings can be connected to form an EasyMesh network
directly without any redundant setup.
Seamless Roaming
Connects mobile devices to your routers or extenders that provide the best coverage. Devices
compatible with EasyMesh also share a single Wi-Fi name so you stay connected in every room.
For more information, visit https://www.tp-link.com/easymesh/
*Failure may be due to firmware conflicts of different vendors. A better network connection can be
established between all APs from TP-Link.
Q1. What should I do if I want to change the WAN port
for internet service?
Connect to your desired WAN port with an Ethernet
cable. During the quick network setup, select the
corresponding port as the internet port. Alternatively,
go to
Tools > Internet Connection > Internet Port
(Tether app)
or Internet > Internet Port
(web
management page) to change the internet port.
Q2. What should I do if I can’t access the web
management page?
Reboot your router and try again.
If the computer is set to a static IP, change its settings
to obtain an IP address automatically.
Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net is correctly entered in
the web browser. Alternatively, enter
http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1 in the web
browser.
Use another web browser and try again.
Disable and enable the network adapter in use.
Q3. What should I do if I can’t access the internet?
Power off your modem for about 5 minutes, then
power it on and check the internet. If your modem has
more than one Ethernet port, keep the other ports
unconnected.
Check if the internet is working normally by
connecting a computer directly to the modem via an
Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your internet
service provider.
L
og in to the web management page, and go to the
Network Map page to check whether the internet IP
address is valid or not. If it’s valid, go to Advanced >
Network > Internet, click Advanced Settings, select
Use the Following DNS Addresses, set the primary
DNS to 8.8.8.8, and set the secondary DNS to 8.8.4.4. If
it is not, check the hardware connection or contact
your internet service provider.
For cable modem users, log in to the web
management page of the router and go to Advanced
> Network > Internet > MAC Clone. Select Clone
Current Device MAC and click SAVE. Then reboot
both the modem and the router.
Q4. What should I do if I forget my wireless password?
If you have not changed the default wireless password,
it can be found on the label at the bottom of the router.
Connect a computer directly to the router using an
Ethernet cable. Log in to the router’s web management
page at http://tplinkwi.net and go to the Wireless
page to retrieve or reset your wireless password
.
Q5. How should I position my router for optimal Wi-Fi
performance?
Keep the router vertical while working.
Don’t place your router in a corner or in a closet.
Avoid obstacles and high-powered appliances.
Keep your router in a central location at a certain
height.
Q6. Why can't my computer's speed reach 10 Gbps?
Check if your computer is connected to the 10G LAN
port of the router.
Check if the network bandwidth provided by your ISP
is 10 Gbps or higher.
It is recommended to use Cat6/6a or above network
cables to connect devices
If you need help, please contact our technical
support.
Need Help?
For technical support, replacement services, user guides, and other information, please visit
https://www.tp-link.com/support.
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Gaming Tools
The router provides a variety of gaming tools to bring you the most immersive gaming experience.
* Log in to the web management page of the router to use these gaming tools.
Game Detector
Users can see the real-time ping of their game server.
Port Forwarding for Gamers
Port Forwarding for Gamers includes built-in rules for popular online games. Simply select your
game from the list and configure basic settings for it. An optimized gaming experience is just
around the corner.
Game Panel
View real-time device status on an exclusive gaming dashboard, including RGB effects, network
traffic, performance, and connected USB devices. Also, monitor Quad Game acceleration and the
performance of your games and devices.
Game Statistics
Displays your gaming record, including data traffic and the duration of every game played.
Scan for Setup Video
· Keep the device away from water, re, humidity or hot environments.
· Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
· Do not use any other chargers than those recommended.
· Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
· Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
· Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Quick Installation Guide
BE19000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router
LED
Button
Wi-Fi
Button
WPS
Button
Acceleration
Button
LED Explanation
Button Explanation
True Gaming Acceleration
*Images may dier from your actual products.
• Keep the router vertical while working. Refer to Q5 of Need Help to place the router for optimal Wi-Fi
performance.
• The combo port pairs a RJ45 port with an SFP+ port. Only one port in the pair can be used at a time.
Connect the router’s 10 Gbps Combo port to the internet
via Ethernet or fiber network.
1
Connect the power adapter to the router and press the
Power button to turn it on.
2
Note: If you want to change the WAN port for internet service,
refer to Q1 of Need Help in this guide.
Wait until the LED of the router blinks red or pulses purple
and blue before moving on.
3
Physical buttons are located on the front of the router.
Q1. What should I do if I want to change the WAN port
for internet service?
Connect to your desired WAN port with an Ethernet
cable. During the quick network setup, select the
corresponding port as the internet port. Alternatively,
go to
Tools > Internet Connection > Internet Port
(Tether app)
or Internet > Internet Port
(web
management page) to change the internet port.
Q2. What should I do if I can’t access the web
management page?
Reboot your router and try again.
If the computer is set to a static IP, change its settings
to obtain an IP address automatically.
Verify that http://tplinkwifi.net is correctly entered in
the web browser. Alternatively, enter
http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1 in the web
browser.
Use another web browser and try again.
Disable and enable the network adapter in use.
Q3. What should I do if I can’t access the internet?
Power off your modem for about 5 minutes, then
power it on and check the internet. If your modem has
more than one Ethernet port, keep the other ports
unconnected.
Check if the internet is working normally by
connecting a computer directly to the modem via an
Ethernet cable. If it is not, contact your internet
service provider.
L
og in to the web management page, and go to the
Network Map page to check whether the internet IP
address is valid or not. If it’s valid, go to Advanced >
Network > Internet, click Advanced Settings, select
Use the Following DNS Addresses, set the primary
DNS to 8.8.8.8, and set the secondary DNS to 8.8.4.4. If
it is not, check the hardware connection or contact
your internet service provider.
For cable modem users, log in to the web
management page of the router and go to Advanced
> Network > Internet > MAC Clone. Select Clone
Current Device MAC and click SAVE. Then reboot
both the modem and the router.
Q4. What should I do if I forget my wireless password?
If you have not changed the default wireless password,
it can be found on the label at the bottom of the router.
Connect a computer directly to the router using an
Ethernet cable. Log in to the router’s web management
page at http://tplinkwi.net and go to the Wireless
page to retrieve or reset your wireless password
.
Q5. How should I position my router for optimal Wi-Fi
performance?
Keep the router vertical while working.
Don’t place your router in a corner or in a closet.
Avoid obstacles and high-powered appliances.
Keep your router in a central location at a certain
height.
Q6. Why can't my computer's speed reach 10 Gbps?
Check if your computer is connected to the 10G LAN
port of the router.
Check if the network bandwidth provided by your ISP
is 10 Gbps or higher.
It is recommended to use Cat6/6a or above network
cables to connect devices
If you need help, please contact our technical
support.
Method TWO: Via a Web Browser
1. Connect your device to the router wirelessly or
with an Ethernet cable.
New Password:
Let’s Get Started
Conrm Password:
http://tplinkwi.net
2. Launch a web browser and enter
http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 in
the address bar. Create a password to log in.
3. Follow the step-by-step instructions to set up
the internet connection and register for the
TP-Link Cloud service.
Note: If the login
window does not
appear, please
refer to Q2 of Need
Help in this guide.
The default wireless network
names (SSIDs) and password
are printed on the label at the
bottom of the router.
Set Up the Network
2
Method ONE: Via the TP-Link Tether App
1. Download the Tether app.
To enjoy a more complete service from TP-Link,
bind your TP-Link ID to the router.
Scan for Tether Tether
or
3. Tap the button in the Tether app and select
Gaming Router > Archer GE800. Follow the
steps to complete the setup and connect to
the internet.
2.
Open the Tether app and log in with your TP-Link ID.
Note: If you don’t have an account, create one first.
Choose Your Device Type
Gaming Router
Range Extender
Wireless Router
Wireless Password/PIN:XXXXXXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_5G_Gaming
SSID:TP-Link_XXXX_6G
LED Strip
Bottom LED
Check the router’s working status by following the LEDs.
Start up
LED StripBottom LED
Connected to
internet (Wi-Fi on)
Connected to
internet (Wi-Fi off)
Disconnected from
internet
Power off
WPS in progress/
Router reseting/
Router being
upgraded
Alternate between Blue & Red
Blinking Red
Selected RGB Effect
Selected RGB Effect
Blinking Blue
Off
Off
Internet
Fiber-Optic Cable
PON Stick
Connect via ber
a. Connect to your PON stick
(not included in the package).
b. Connect to the router’s 10 Gbps SFP+ Port.
c. Turn on your modem, and wait
about 2 minutes for it to restart.
Internet
Ethernet Cable
b. Connect to the router’s
10Gbps RJ45 Port.
a. Turn off your modem, and
remove the backup battery if any.
Note: If your internet comes from an Ethernet outlet
instead of a modem, simply connect the router’s 10 Gbps
RJ45 port to it.
Connect via Ethernet
OR
10 Gbps SFP+
1Connect the Hardware
Press the WPS button, and immediately press the WPS button on your client
device to start the WPS process.
Press this button to turn the router’s LED on or off.
Press and hold this button for about 2 seconds to switch RGB effects.
Press and hold this button for about 2 seconds to turn on or off the wireless
function of your router.
Press this button to turn on Game Mode.
Press and hold this button for about 2 seconds to turn off the Game Mode.
• Gaming Port
Setup
1. Connect your gaming device to the Gaming Port of your router using an Ethernet cable.
2. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
3. Go to Game Center > Game Acceleration > QoS. Enable QoS and fill in the maximum bandwidth
provided by your ISP.
Automatically prioritizes your game device traffic, letting you focus on play, not battling for bandwidth.
The router prioritizes and accelerates your online gaming to always run at top performance.
• QoS
Automatically detects and optimizes gaming streams to accelerate your game applications, even on a
crowded network, to run at high speeds.
Setup
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
2. Go to Game Center > Game Acceleration > QoS. Enable QoS and fill in the maximum bandwidth
provided by your ISP.
3. Choose Gaming.
• GPN
Slash your game ping and packet loss with GPN (Gamers Private Network). A shorter path from gamers
to game servers driven by real-time measurements and AI is your secret weapon for winning.
Setup
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
2. Go to Game Center > Game Acceleration. Log in to the account of your subscribed GPN service and
select the device your want to accelerate.
• Mobile Game Acceleration
• Gear Acceleration
Prioritize and accelerate your game devices on a crowded network to reduce game latency and boost
game speed.
Minimize lag and latency for mobile gaming during network congestion to give yourself the edge whether
you’re playing solo or on a team.
Setup
1. Visit http://tplinkwifi.net and log in with your TP-Link ID or the password you set for the router.
2. Go to Game Center > Game Acceleration > Gear Acceleration and turn on Device Priority to
prioritize internet traffic for specific devices.
Setup:
1. Launch the Tether app.
2. Go to Game Center and enable Game Boost.
Combo
Internet
10 Gbps 110 Gbps 1
SFP+
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TP-LINK Archer GE800 Quick Installation Guide

Type
Quick Installation Guide

TP-LINK Archer GE800 is a powerful Wi-Fi 7 tri-band gaming router designed to deliver the ultimate gaming experience. With its advanced features, you can enjoy strong, stable, and seamless wireless connections throughout your home, making it ideal for online gaming, streaming, and other bandwidth-intensive activities.

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